St. John's (27-4) vs Butler (14-18)
Game Info: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:00 pm (Madison Square Garden)
Betting Odds: St. John's -12.5 -- Over/Under: 145.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: Peacock
In this article, we will formulate a Butler vs St. John’s prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, March 13th at Madison Square Garden in New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Butler Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Butler Bulldogs are 14-18 (6-14) this year after they defeated Providence by a score of 75-69 in their last game. Butler led 39-31 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored in the second half. The Bulldogs shot 48.4% from the field, 32% on three-pointers, and 70% on free throws in the game. Pierre Brooks II led Butler with 25 points and seven rebounds, while Jahmyl Telfort added 16 points and three steals in the game.
Prior to that win, the Bulldogs lost to Creighton by a score of 87-74 and Xavier by a score of 91-78. Butler has lost four of their last five games and they finished tied for eighth in the Big East standings with a 6-14 record. Butler has scored 74.4 points per game and they have allowed 73.8 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 14.1 assists per game this season. Jahmyl Telfort is averaging 16.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, while Pierre Brooks II is averaging 15.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game this year. Butler is shooting 45.8% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 37.1% on three-pointers this season.
St. John’s Red Storm Betting Preview
The St. John’s Red Storm are 27-4 (18-2) this season after they defeated Marquette in overtime by a score of 86-84 in their last game. St. John’s led 36-35 at halftime, but they allowed 40 points in the second half, before scoring late in overtime for the win. The Red Storm shot 44.6% from the field, 21.7% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. RJ Luis Jr. led St. John’s with 28 points and 11 rebounds, while Zuby Ejiofor added 17 points and 12 rebounds in the game.
Prior to that victory, the Red Storm defeated Seton Hall by a score of 71-61 and Butler by a score of 76-70. St. John’s has won six games in a row and they finished first in the Big East standings with an 18-2 record. St. John’s has scored 78.6 points per game and they have allowed 66.3 points per game, while also averaging 40.8 rebounds and 15.7 assists per game this season. RJ Luis Jr. is averaging 18.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Zuby Ejiofor is averaging 14.1 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this season. St. John’s is shooting 44.9% from the field, 68.8% on free throws, and 29.9% on three-pointers this year.
Matchup/League Facts
- St. John's ranks 10th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.4).
- St. John's ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for opponent turnovers per game this season (15.6).
- Butler ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for steals per game this season (3.8).
- Butler ranks T11th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (13.8).
Butler vs St. John’s Prediction
Butler was able to snap their losing streak with a win over Providence on Wednesday to keep their season alive, but this will be a much tougher game for them. The Bulldogs are shooting 45.8% from the field this season, but their defense has allowed at least 80 points in three of their last four games. St. John’s went 18-2 in the Big East this year and they have won six games in a row. The Red Storm don’t shoot the ball very well, but they do play very tight defense, as they have allowed 66.3 points per game this year. St. John’s did win the first two meetings with Butler by scores of 76-70 and 70-62, but Butler did play pretty well in both games. I think this is too many points to lay against an opponent that has battled them tough all year, so give me the points with Butler here.
David’s Pick Butler +12.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
